Langimage
English

allodiality

|al-lo-di-al-i-ty|

C2

🇺🇸

/əˌloʊdiˈælɪti/

🇬🇧

/əˌləʊdiˈælɪti/

freehold property

Etymology
Etymology Information

'allodiality' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'allodialis,' where 'allodium' meant 'freehold property.'

Historical Evolution

'allodialis' transformed into the English word 'allodial,' and eventually became the modern English word 'allodiality.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'freehold property,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being allodial.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality or state of being allodial, referring to land ownership that is free from any rent, service, or obligation to a superior.

The allodiality of the estate ensured that it was free from feudal obligations.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/27 23:06